objectivesThe Materials Handling for Construction online training from OSHA Education School is an intermediate-level safety course focusing on the prevention of injury by adhering to established regulations regarding safe use and maintenance, rigging of equipment, and the proper disposal of debris and other associated construction-related waste. Additionally, participants can expect training covering manual and mechanical material handling, hand-powered tools, and necessary equipment safety.
OSHA Education School’s Materials Handling for Construction online training is designed to provide participants with an understanding of the equipment, systems, and procedures needed to prevent workplace accidents and mitigate risk. Participants can also expect to learn the legal requirements for ensuring safety to the highest standard in the workplace. Specific course topics include the following:
Introduction to materials handling
Manual handling techniques
Non-powered handling equipment
Power industrial trucks
Conveyers
Cranes, hoists & rigging
Slings
Storage and disposal
Specific industry terms discussed throughout the duration of the course include the following:
Materials handling
OSHA
Mechanical material handling
descriptionIn the construction industry, the term 'material handling' refers to the delivery, movement, storage and control of materials and other products.The Materials Handling for Construction online training is an intermediate-level safety course that emphasises harm avoidance via adherence to established standards for equipment usage and maintenance, rigging, and correct disposal of debris and other construction-related waste. Additionally, participants may anticipate instruction in manual and mechanical material handling, hand-powered tools, and safety precautions for essential equipment. The online Materials Handling for Construction training course is designed to familiarise learners with the equipment, methods, and procedures necessary to prevent workplace accidents and minimise risk. Additionally, participants may anticipate learning about the legal criteria for achieving the greatest level of workplace safety.
You must score at least 70% to pass this OSHA training. You will be given up to THREE opportunities to pass the quizzes and final exam.
Failure to pass quizzes and the final exam will result in being locked out of this online training program, but the learner can repurchase and start back from the beginning.
Upon completing this Materials Handling For Construction and the accompanying survey, you will receive an OSHA card from the provider of this OSHA training on behalf of the Department of Labor.
Students who successfully complete the program will receive a completion card issued by the U.S. Department of Labor.
YOU MUST COMPLETE THE SURVEY AT THE END OF THIS TRAINING TO RECEIVE YOUR DOL CARD
outline1. Introduction to Materials Handling
Course Overview
Module Agenda
Get Site-Specific Training!
Hazards of Material Handling
Preventing Accidents and Injuries
2. Manual Handling Techniques
Manual Handling
Handling Techniques
Specialized Lifting
Two Person Manual Lift and Carry
Two Person Lift and Carry
3. Non-Powered Handling Equipment
Non-Powered Equipment
Hand Trucks, Dollies, Carts
4. Powered Industrial Trucks
Forklifts
Safety Guidelines
More Safety Guidelines
Forklift Rules of the Road
Rules of the Road
Parking/Shutting Down
Load Capacity
Refueling/Recharging
5. Conveyors
Conveyors
Avoiding Hazards
Other Considerations
6. Cranes, Hoists, and Rigging
Cranes and Hoists
Safety Guidelines
Load Charts
Rigging
Chains and Chain Slings
Steel Alloy Chains
7. Slings
Wire Rope Slings
Inspection and Maintenance of Wire Rope Slings
Ropes
Synthetic Fiber Slings
Grabs, Hooks, Spreader- Bars, Etc
Specialty and Custom Designed Equipment
8. Storage and Disposal
Material Storage
General Requirements
Masonry Blocks
Disposal of Waste Material
Housekeeping
9. Final Considerations
Summary
The Law: Get To Know It Benefits OSHA Education School’s Materials Handling for Construction online training teaches participants the importance of materials handling, storage, use, and disposal. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will:
Understand why adhering to OSHA requirements for safe handling and storage of materials is imperative to jobsite safety
Know applicable safe handling and disposal methods as established by OSHA
Be aware of the relevant specific OSHA requirements for safe materials handling